Ultimate Smashburger with Spicy Tomato Relish
Serves 1
Directions
- 1Combine the mayonnaise, whole grain mustard, fresh thyme leaves, and a pinch of salt to make the burger sauce and place in the fridge to develop.
- 2Heat a heavy bottom pan over medium heat and add olive oil. Add the diced shallots and fresno chiles, sautéing for 3-5 minutes until softened.
- 3Add the halved cherry tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5-7 minutes until they break down.
- 4Smash the tomatoes with a wooden spoon, add the sherry vinegar, and stew for 5-10 minutes until thickened.
- 5Remove from heat, stir in the fresh basil, and set aside to cool.
- 6Smash the beef balls into a hot griddle on medium-high heat, season, and cook for at least 90 seconds. Flip, top with cheese, and remove once the cheese melts. Toast the buns.
- 7Assemble the burger by spreading sauce on the bottom bun, adding arugula, two patties, a scoop of tomato relish, and the top bun with more sauce.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1-1.5 tbsp whole grain mustard
- 1/2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- salt (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3/4 cup shallot, diced
- 1-2 fresno chile, diced
- 1.5 cups cherry tomato, halved
- salt (optional)
- pepper (optional)
- 1.5-2 tbsp sherry vinegar
- 1-1.5 tbsp fresh basil, thinly sliced
- 3-4 oz 75/25 ground beef
- brioche buns
- arugula
- havarti or white american cheese
